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I breastfed for about 5 months and it been about 3 weeks. milk still come out, but my breasts doesn't feel fuller. should i have pumped the extra out?

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Not at all: You may continue to have leakage of milk from your breasts for several more months. Pumping your breasts will actually increase milk production.

Answered 6/17/2014

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A member asked:

I breastfed for about 5 months and it been about 3 weeks. milk still come out, but my breasts doesn't feel fuller. should i have pumped the extra out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dale Kristle answered

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